Works for
CleansingDisodium cocoamphodiacetate, Polysorbate 20 + 3 moreCan be harsh
“A concentrated gel cleanser with a lightweight texture, suitable for those with problematic, sensitive, combination or oily skin.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Reduces the appearance of impurities, redness and blocked pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPolysorbate 20~3.3–4.9%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateCocamidopropyl betaine~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerPeg-crosspolymer~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~1.2–1.7%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPeg-20~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium laureth sulfate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium gluconate~0.4–0.95%
Sodium hydroxide~0.35–0.8%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.75%
Sodium chloride~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideParfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Caramel~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolLeontopodium alpinum extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Laminaria saccharina extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Peg-crosspolymer, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-20, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium gluconate, Sodium hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium chloride, Parfum, Chlorphenesin, Caramel, Butylene glycol, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Laminaria saccharina extract
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Skin VirtueSuper Clear CleanseYOUR PRODUCT | RoC SkincareBarrier Renew Gel-To-Foam Cleanser | REVOLUTION SKINCAREPurifying Facial Gel Cleanser with Niacinamide | Skincare by Dr VMicellar Gel Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | — | $12.99 | — | $25.46 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Ng | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Mesoestetic Facial Gel CleanserOnagrine Visibly Pure Purifying Cleansing Gel
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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